Italy is the tenth-largest country in Europe with a peninsula extending to the Mediterranean Sea and almost 800 islands.
Landscape
Italy has a diverse landscape with mountain ranges, plains, coastal areas, large cities, and over 1500 lakes.
Fashion and Cars
You can find many Italian brands around the world such as Armani, Versace, Gucci, Prada, Ferrari and Lamborghini.
Cuisine
Italian food is world renowned for dishes including pizza, pasta, gelato, and coffee.
Culture
The Renaissance started in 14th century Italy with many notable artists such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael, Donatello and Botticelli.
Ancient Learning
Italy has a rich history of ancient education, with the University of Bologna being the oldest university in the world, beating Oxford University by a decade or so.